1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1975 Kia Brisa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Kia Brisa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1975 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
