1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 305 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1502 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
