1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1502 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 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 |
