1975 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 473 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 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Brisa | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
