1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1980 Kia Brisa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1980 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, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Kia | Singer |
| Model | Brisa | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
