1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 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 53 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | 1600 | Mini |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2050 mm |