1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTV6 | Brisa |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |