1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 1600 | i20 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |