1963 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
