1990 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
