1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 226 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 110 S | Soul |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
