1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 20 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 49 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
