1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 43 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1600 | Sedici |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |