2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Kia Brisa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 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 1975 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1975 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1975 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
