1996 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
