1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 90 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
