1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 28 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 625 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Brisa | 996 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |