1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1974 Kia Brisa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Kia Brisa (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa.
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, 1974 Kia Brisa (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1100 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
