2001 Honda City vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 7 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda City weights approximately 125 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.
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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | Twingo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |