1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Citroen C
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 27 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 56 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Citroen C | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | C |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |