1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
