1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola 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 8 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 212.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 212 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
