1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 973 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Brisa | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2797 mm |
