1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
