1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 232 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Prefect | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
