1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1985 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1985 Talbot Horizon is newer by 12 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 28 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1985 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 1502 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
