1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 531 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |
