1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1502 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
