1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 6 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1502 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
