2000 Audi TT vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 27 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), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 380 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, 2000 Audi TT (226 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 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 | 180 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
