1965 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 314 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sport 800 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 581 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
