1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 212 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
