1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 226 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, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Brisa | Toledo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |