1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 24 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 165 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, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1502 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
