2010 Kia Soul vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Soul | 164 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
