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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 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 320 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 (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 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 | 1172 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
