1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 11 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 1600 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |