1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 50 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 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 479 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
