1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel 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 219 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Riley | Kia |
| Model | Kestrel | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
