1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 535 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
