1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Brisa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
