1999 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 312 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Twingo | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Twingo | Polo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |