1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charmant | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
