2006 Audi S4 vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 945 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.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S4 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
