1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 74 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200.
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, 1965 NSU 1200 (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Brisa | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
