1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 33 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Because 1978 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 1978 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
