1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
