1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 29 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Brisa | Exige |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
