1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 70 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
