1961 Austin 7 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 576 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 7 | SOUL |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |