1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Brisa |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |