1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 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 30 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 212 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
