1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea, 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Marea | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
