1961 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
