1982 Kia Brisa vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Kia Brisa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
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, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Kia Brisa | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Brisa | Elise |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |