2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Kangoo | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
