1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul, 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 90 | Soul |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |