1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Kia Brisa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Kia Brisa | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Brisa | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |