1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Soul |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
