1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Brisa | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
