1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 78 kg more than 1979 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, 1968 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Brisa | GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
