1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1995 Renault Twingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Concerto | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
