1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 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 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Kia Brisa weights approximately 2 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 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 (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
