1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade 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 550 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 212 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
