1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1976 Opel Kadett

To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa.

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, 1976 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Kia Brisa 1976 Opel Kadett
Make Kia Opel
Model Brisa Kadett
Year Released 1975 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2610 mm


 

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