1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | A 90 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |