1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
