1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1300 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2310 mm |
