1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 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, 1991 Toyota Carina, 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Kia Brisa | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Brisa | Carina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |