1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2003 Proton Tiara 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Proton Tiara. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2003 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 1502 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
