1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 23 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1502 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
