1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 600 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
