1948 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Because 1948 Austin 16 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 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | 16 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |