1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
