1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 66 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 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
