1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 1250 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.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Brisa | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
