1975 Kia Brisa vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1975 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1975 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Kia Brisa | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Brisa | 6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2789 mm |