1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 1502 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
