1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 28 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 38 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1602 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1602 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 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, 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, 1966 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1602 | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
