1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 545 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 1965 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 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
