1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 1600 | Indica |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |