1980 Kia Brisa vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 30 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 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Brisa | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1867 mm |
