1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Kia Brisa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1065 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Brisa | Continental |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2990 mm |
