1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
