1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra, 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, 1993 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1602 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
