1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 256 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
