1988 Austin Montego vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
