1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, both 1974 Kia Brisa and 1974 Mazda RX-3 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,962 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Kia Brisa | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Brisa | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2320 mm |