1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1980 Kia Brisa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Kia Brisa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1980 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
