2010 Kia Soul vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Soul | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Soul | 2600 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |