1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 100 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, 2010 Lada Kalina, 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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 1502 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
