1998 Rover 75 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1996 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo. 1996 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | 75 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
