1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Kia Brisa weights approximately 167 kg more than 1966 Datsun 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, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Datsun | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
