1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 11 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 59 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1502 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
