1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2610 mm |
