1994 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 15 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 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Kia Brisa weights approximately 124 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1994 Citroen AX, 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
