2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 566 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Bravo | Brisa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |