1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1982 Renault Siete
To start off, 1982 Renault Siete is newer by 14 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) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Renault Siete. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1982 Renault Siete | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
