1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 1502 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
