1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 212 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
