1996 Mini MK VII vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 1996 Mini MK VII and 1996 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mini MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 81 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII.
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 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mini MK VII | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | MK VII | Twingo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6130 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |