1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 1800 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
