1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Brisa | AIV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
