1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Zodiac | SOUL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |