1962 Honda S500 vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Twingo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Honda S500 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 1962 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Twingo (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S500 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
