1981 Kia Brisa vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1981 Kia Brisa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Kia Brisa | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Brisa | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2960 mm |
