1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 27 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 775 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, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
