1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
