1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 Renault Twingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
