2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1308 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Kangoo | 1308 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
