1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Porsche 944 is newer by 10 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 944 weights approximately 555 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, 1984 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Brisa | 944 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
