2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa. 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
