1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 39 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 55 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
