1999 Renault Twingo vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1999 Renault Twingo and 1999 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 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 1999 Toyota Corolla
Make Renault Toyota
Model Twingo Corolla
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1149 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.8 mm 73.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 70 L


 

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