1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 99 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
