1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Kia Brisa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
