1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
