1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
