1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
