1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1600 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
