1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 212 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
