1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1964 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, both 1964 Alpine A 110 and 1964 Beijing BJ 212 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 110 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2310 mm |
