1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 Renault Twingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
