1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 150 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
