1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 650 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, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Brisa | 605 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
