1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Soul |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 48 L |
