1975 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 316 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 124 | Soul |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |