1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
