1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 44 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 142 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Fit |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |