1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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 77 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 33 | Soul |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |