1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 17 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Kia Brisa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1997 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Kia | Westfield |
| Model | Brisa | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
