1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1980 Kia Brisa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 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, 1973 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Brisa | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
