1961 Austin 7 vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | 7 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
