1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1953 AC 2-Litre 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 2-Litre | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
