1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Renault Twingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
