1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 586 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sprite | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
