1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 16 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1590 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Kia Brisa 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Kia Rolls-Royce
Model Brisa Silver Spirit
Year Released 1974 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 6748 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2380 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3070 mm


 

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