1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 24 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six weights approximately 310 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Brisa | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
