1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 11 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 234 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Tempra | Brisa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |