1958 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
Because 1958 Ford Consul 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 1958 Ford Consul. 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
