1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1974 Kia Brisa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 254 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brisa | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
