1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | 3-Litre | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
