1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 9 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1502 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
