1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan 4 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.
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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Kia Brisa | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Brisa | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |