1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1976 Kia Brisa and 1976 Datsun 260Z were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa. 1976 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1976 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1976 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Kia Brisa | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Kia | Datsun |
Model | Brisa | 260Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 983 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |