1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 36 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. 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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Luce | Soul |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
