1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 212 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
