1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | Sports Convertible | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
