1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Soul |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |