2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Neos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 853 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Neos | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
