1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 587 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Beta | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
