1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 320 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Brisa | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |