1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 1502 | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1502 | 15 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |