1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1149 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
