1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 957 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
