2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Borrego | Seven |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
