1958 Citroen 2CV 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 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 525 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 2CV | Soul |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 48 L |
