1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, both 1977 Kia Brisa and 1977 Mazda RX-3 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,964 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Brisa | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 852 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 |