1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1502 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
