1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 1502 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
