1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 7 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, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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 1971 Honda Life. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 212 | Life |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2090 mm |
