1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
