1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Twingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Because 1974 Ford Cortina 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 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Twingo (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
