1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 37 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 425 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
