1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 177 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
