1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 544 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
