2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Kangoo | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
