1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa.
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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Brisa | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2790 mm |
