1982 Kia Brisa vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Kia Brisa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Kia Brisa | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Brisa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
