1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1502 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
