1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 26 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, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio.
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, 2001 Kia Rio, 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, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
