1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 102 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 504 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Soul |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
