1971 Honda Life vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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 (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
