1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1976 Kia Brisa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa.
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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Brisa | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
