1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
