1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Kia Brisa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Kia Brisa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 5, 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, 1978 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Brisa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
