1999 Renault Twingo vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 270 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.
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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Twingo | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
