1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 815 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
