1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
