1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1502 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
