1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 600 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1285 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 |