1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 90 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
