1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 22 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 218 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Brisa | Speedster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |