1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Cabriolet | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
