2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Kangoo | 124 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 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 |