1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1977 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Brisa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
