1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Kia Brisa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Kia Brisa (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Brisa | 311 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
