1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 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 17 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 212 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
