1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1978 Kia Brisa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
