1968 Toyota 1000 vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota 1000 | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
