1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 18 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brisa | Gol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
