1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 26 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1502 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
