1964 Renault 8 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 202 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 8 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
