1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett 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) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1600 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |