1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 50 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, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Brisa | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2140 mm |
