1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 604 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo. 1996 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
