1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 686 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. 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 (186 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 48 L |
