1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta, 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Brisa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
