1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Brisa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
