2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 34 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 260 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 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
