1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Brisa | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |