1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 90 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
