1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 31 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Echo weights approximately 2 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1502 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
