1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 26 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (138 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1502 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
