1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Beijing | Sunbeam |
| Model | BJ 212 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
