1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 256 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 124 | Soul |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |