1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 1502 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |