1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1502 | Palio |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |