1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 252 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1502 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
