1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 2600 | Soul |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |