1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 55 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
