1959 Ford Popular vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Renault Twingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Twingo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Popular | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
