1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
