1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 527 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 1502 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |