1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1978 Simca 1307 is newer by 4 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Simca 1307, 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, 1978 Simca 1307 (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Brisa | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
