1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1974 Kia Brisa

To start off, 1974 Kia Brisa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 644 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Austin 3-Litre 1974 Kia Brisa
Make Austin Kia
Model 3-Litre Brisa
Year Released 1968 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 846 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2270 mm


 

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