1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
