1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Kia Brisa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 983 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Because 1976 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 1976 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312, 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, 1966 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Brisa | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
