1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 187 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
