1998 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
