1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II is newer by 33 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 1600 | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |