1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 32 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 72 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Brisa | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
