1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 136 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Soul |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
