1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet 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 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Violet | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
