1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Kia Brisa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1976 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Innocenti | Kia |
Model | Mini | Brisa |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |