1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 870 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. 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 1980 Fiat 127. 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 (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
