1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 1502 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
