1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 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. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1502 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
