1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 144 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana, 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1602 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
