1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Soul |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |
