1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 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), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 667 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 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Brisa | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
