1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 337 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, 2010 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1502 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
