1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 40 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 1502 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
