1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Twingo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
