1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 36 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 925 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, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1976 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1976 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Brisa | IS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2731 mm |
