1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 10 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Sprint | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
