1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1977 Kia Brisa (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | Mini | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |
