1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 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 34 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 1502 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |