1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | A 40 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |