1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa.
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, 1996 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Brisa | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
