1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1502 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
