1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 33 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 212 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
