1975 Kia Brisa vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 560 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Brisa | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
