1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia 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 26 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 1600 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |