2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1964 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Mini Moke 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 242 more horse power than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 635 kg more than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. 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, 1964 Morris Mini Moke, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1964 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Borrego | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |
