1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
