1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1975 Kia Brisa

To start off, 1975 Kia Brisa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 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 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 2000 1975 Kia Brisa
Make BMW Kia
Model 2000 Brisa
Year Released 1968 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2270 mm


 

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