1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 69 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.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Beretta | Soul |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
