1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Soul |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
