1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 257 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 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1502 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
