1981 Kia Brisa vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1981 Kia Brisa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 90 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 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Kia Brisa | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Kia | Triumph |
Model | Brisa | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |