1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 32 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 13 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 1600 | Shuma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |