1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Berline | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |