1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 22 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), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 140 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
