1975 Audi 80 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 1 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 90 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
