1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 349 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
