1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 40 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. Both 1964 Beijing BJ 212 and 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 are equipped with a 2,445 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Beijing BJ 212 | 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Beijing | Beijing |
| Model | BJ 212 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
