1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1961 Abarth 2400 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 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 2400 | Soul |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |