1964 Volvo 220 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 255 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 220 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 220 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
