2009 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 403 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Brisa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |