1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 30 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1502 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
