1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 487 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Impala | Soul |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |