1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2012 Kia Soul

To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Lamborghini Urraco 2012 Kia Soul
Make Lamborghini Kia
Model Urraco Soul
Year Released 1970 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2462 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1186 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2550 mm


 

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