1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, 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 Honda Jazz (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
