1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, both 1977 Kia Brisa and 1977 Simca 1309 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1309 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309, 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, 1977 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1977 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1977 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Kia | Simca |
Model | Brisa | 1309 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |