1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 39 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 1 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 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 | 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
Model | 100 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |