1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1978 Kia Brisa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Kia Brisa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601, 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, 1978 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Kia | Trabant |
Model | Brisa | P 601 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2030 mm |