1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 11 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 23 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Beijing | Simca |
| Model | BJ 212 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
