1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 39 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1502 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
