1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | SZ | Soul |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |