1980 Kia Brisa vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 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.
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, 2005 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Brisa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
