1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 710 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Brisa | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
