1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1602 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1602 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
