1980 Kia Brisa vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 935 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1980 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1980 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Brisa | 300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3048 mm |
