1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 570 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1502 | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |