1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Kia Brisa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Brisa | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
