2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Kangoo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
