1972 Austin 2200 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 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 89 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 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 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 2200 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |
