1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
