1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 33 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 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.
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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Kia | Ascari |
| Model | Brisa | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2636 mm |
