1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 1502 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1502 | Citi |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |