1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
