1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 1600 | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |