1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 22 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 84 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 1974 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 1974 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Applause | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
