1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
