1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 21 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), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 1080 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 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Brisa | Retona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |