1975 Mini MK III vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mini MK III | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK III | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
