1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 1502 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
