1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 6 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 1502 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
