1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 765 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
