1950 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Renault Twingo

To start off, 2001 Renault Twingo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2001 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Twingo, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Austin A135 2001 Renault Twingo
Make Austin Renault
Model A135 Twingo
Year Released 1950 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 1148 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.4 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 40 L