1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 15 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1502 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |