1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1974 Kia Brisa and 1974 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Kia Brisa | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Brisa | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |