1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1502 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
