1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 48 kg more than 1979 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 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Brisa | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 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 |
