1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1974 Kia Brisa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 70 | Brisa |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 846 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 |