1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
