1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 28 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 330 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Kia | McLaren |
| Model | Brisa | F1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
