1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Brisa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
