1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1995 Renault Twingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 914 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
