1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 12 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, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 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 335 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 212 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
