1975 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa. 1997 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1975 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1975 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Brisa | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
