1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
