2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
