1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | A 35 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |