1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 17 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1502 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
