1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
