1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 905 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
