1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
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 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 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, 1968 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 404 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 404 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Brisa | 404 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
