1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 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 1 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1971 Austin 1800. 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 1971 Austin 1800. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | 1800 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
