1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
