1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1602 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
