1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 348 kg more than 1979 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Brisa | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
