2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
