1996 Audi A3 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 216 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, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
