1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 22 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, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 102 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, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 1502 | 214 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |