1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 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 983 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Kia Brisa weights approximately 46 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Brisa | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
