1998 Kia Joice vs. 1980 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1980 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Joice | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
