1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1600 | Tempra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |