1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 357 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Soul |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
