1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | 1300 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
