1996 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Brisa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |