1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1600 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |