1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 215 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1502 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
