1980 TVR Tasmin vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 TVR Tasmin | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | TVR | Kia |
| Model | Tasmin | Soul |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
