1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 214 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Soul |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |
