1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Brisa | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |