1959 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Prefect | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
