1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 875 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, 2006 Seat Altea, 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Brisa | Altea |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
