1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2001 Renault Twingo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Twingo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
