1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia SOUL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | AR 51 | SOUL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 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 | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |