1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 155 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1962 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 1962 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 2600 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
