1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 252 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 770 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina 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:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Kia |
| Model | Bianchina | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 78 L |
