1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 2200 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 147 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 | 1060 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
