1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 596 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 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1974 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1974 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Brisa | Armada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3140 mm |
