1981 Kia Brisa vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 795 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 1981 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Kia Brisa | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Brisa | 75 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
