1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1400 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |