1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 40 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2310 mm |
