1984 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 98 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX, 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
