1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | Sports Convertible | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
