1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 447 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 Insight, 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 Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Brisa | Insight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
