1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ritmo | Brisa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |