1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
Because 1969 Fiat 124 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 1969 Fiat 124. 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
