1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 182 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 1976 Mazda 818 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 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 818 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2350 mm |
