1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. 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 39 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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 1956 Morris Minor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Beijing | Morris |
| Model | BJ 212 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
