1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 11 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 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 19 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Kia Brisa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 1989 Renault 4, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Brisa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
