1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1975 Kia Brisa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Because 1975 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 1975 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, 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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Brisa | 204 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
