1982 Kia Brisa vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1982 Kia Brisa and 1982 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Kia Brisa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1982 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 1982 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Kia Brisa | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Brisa | Polo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |