1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1502 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1242 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
