1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 91 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Brisa | Elise |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
