2000 Audi S3 vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S3 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
