1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1980 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1980 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Barchetta | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
