1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
