1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 180 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, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1502 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1387 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
