1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1976 Kia Brisa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Kia Brisa | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brisa | Ponton |
Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 983 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |