2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 176 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1974 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1974 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Brisa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |