1976 Kia Brisa vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Kia Brisa | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Brisa | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
