1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1977 Kia Brisa

To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1977 Kia Brisa
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 500 Testarossa Brisa
Year Released 1956 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2270 mm


 

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