1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Because 1979 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 1979 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, 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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Brisa | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
