2004 Mini One vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini One weights approximately 220 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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | One | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
