1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 1969 Austin 3-Litre 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 1969 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 3-Litre | Soul |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
