1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1502 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1686 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 | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
