1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
