1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | RS 200 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
