1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfa 6 | SOUL |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |