1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | A 30 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |