1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Carina weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 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, 1972 Toyota Carina (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Brisa | Carina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |