1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 32 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 986 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa. 2008 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1976 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1976 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Brisa | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
