1996 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
