1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 7 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Quattro | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
