1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 23 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), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 285 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1502 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
