1999 Renault Twingo vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Renault Twingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Twingo | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
