1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | Monomille | Borrego |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |