1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Beijing | Holden |
| Model | BJ 212 | FE |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
