1970 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
