1971 Seat 124 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 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
