1958 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A135 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
