1980 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
