1999 Kia Rio vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
