1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 703 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Kia Brisa | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Brisa | 316 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |