1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
