1972 Maserati Indy vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Indy 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 1972 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Indy | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
