1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 70 | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |
