1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Brisa | Cayman |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2416 mm |