1971 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1981 Kia Brisa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Brisa |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |