1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Brisa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |