1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 1600 | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |