1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin Maxi (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Maxi | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
