1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia 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 115 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 484 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Familia | Soul |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
