1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 595 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
