1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 683 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Brisa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |