1981 Renault 9 vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Twingo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
