1956 AC Ace vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
