1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 20 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 530 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Brisa | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
