1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1980 Kia Brisa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa.
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, 1954 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Brisa | 203 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2790 mm |
