1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 131 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:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 131 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
