1994 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
