2005 Renault Twingo vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Renault Twingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Twingo | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Twingo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
