1978 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 405 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 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 930 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
