2009 BMW 118 vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 118 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
