1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 13 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 280 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
