1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1957 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1957 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
