1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Strada | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
