1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto is newer by 11 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 45 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1502 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2180 mm |
