1961 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 226 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. 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 (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1300 | Soul |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |