1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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 Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1975 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
