1962 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 397 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Consul | Soul |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
