1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 755 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
