1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Kia Brisa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Kia Brisa | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Brisa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |