1973 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 424 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Soul |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
