1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 784 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, 1999 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Brisa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
