1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 348 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1502 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 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 | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
