1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 24 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 88 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 Fiat Abarth. 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Abarth | Soul |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
