1956 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | AC | Beijing |
| Model | Aceca | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
