1980 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Kia Brisa | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Brisa | Cooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 983 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2466 mm |