1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1965 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 212 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
