2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1980 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 23 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1980 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | GAZ | Kia |
| Model | 3111 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
