1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 733 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 1979 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Brisa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2900 mm |
