1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
