2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 667 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
