1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 24 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 62 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1600 | Cinquecento |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |