1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Brisa | Galant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 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 | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
