1973 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Marina | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
