1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo. 1996 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 95 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
