2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1980 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 27 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 138 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1980 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Picanto | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
