1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1981 Kia Brisa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1981 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfasud | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
