1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 212 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
