1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 15 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Kia Brisa weights approximately 1 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1974 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 1974 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
