1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2003 Kia Sephia II is newer by 29 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, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
