1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | Sports Convertible | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
