1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 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 91 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 426 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 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 1964 Austin A 40. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Soul |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 48 L |