2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Kia Brisa (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 179 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Because 1974 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 1974 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
