1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Partner is newer by 25 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 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Partner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Peugeot Partner (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2000 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1502 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
