1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 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 77 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 548 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
