1964 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 46 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, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon 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 135 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
Because 1964 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Leon. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Beijing BJ 212. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon 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 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 212 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
