1986 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
