1960 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | 7 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
