1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 46 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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 Kia Brisa (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Brisa | 205 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 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 | 69 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
