1975 Kia Brisa vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 28 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 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Kia Brisa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart.
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, 2003 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Brisa | Smart |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
