1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1975 Kia Brisa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 70 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
