1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
