1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
