1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 752 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Brisa | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
