1979 Kia Brisa vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 15 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 268 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Kia Brisa | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Brisa | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
