1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1502 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
