1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 28 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 160 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, 2002 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
