1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 17 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 610 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Kia Brisa | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Brisa | 968 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |