1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
