1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1132 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Soul |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 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 |
