1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Kia Brisa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
