2000 Honda Insight vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
