1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 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) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
