1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 14 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara 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, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Brisa | Samara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
