1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 35 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 619 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, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Brisa | i30 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |