1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 28 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Kia Brisa | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Brisa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
