1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 156 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
