1970 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
