1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 23 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 212 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
