1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi 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 19 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. 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 1972 Austin Maxi. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Maxi | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
