1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 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 Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Brisa | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
