1949 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 1949 Austin 16 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 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 16 | Soul |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |