1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 1 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 296 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
