1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | Maestro | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |