1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Soul |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
