2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 31 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 740 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, 2008 Fiat Croma, 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
