1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Kia Brisa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
