1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1502 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
