1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Brisa | 211 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
