1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 99 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
