1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa 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 525 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 212 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
