1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 715 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 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1502 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
