1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 38 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2011 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
