1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
Model | 100 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |