1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Soul |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |