1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 320 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, 1994 Opel Tigra, 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Brisa | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
