2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Kangoo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
