1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 507 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brisa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
