1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 40 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1554 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 |
