1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 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 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 510 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 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Brisa | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
