1990 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 106 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
