1981 Kia Brisa vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1981 Kia Brisa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 400 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Kia Brisa | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Brisa | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
