1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 1502 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
