1982 Kia Brisa vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Kia Brisa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Kia Brisa | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Brisa | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
