1970 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Twingo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |