1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flaminia 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Flaminia | Soul |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
