1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 630 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.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Kia Brisa | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Brisa | 993 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |