1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 9 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel, 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Excel | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
