1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2013 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Imperial | SOUL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |