1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
