1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 506 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | SOUL |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |