1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 1502 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1502 | Visa |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |