2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 733 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
