1960 Holden FC vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FC | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
