1996 Audi A4 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 335 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
