1980 Renault Siete 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 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 413 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Siete | Soul |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
