1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 212 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2070 mm |
