2006 Renault Twingo vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Twingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 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 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1956 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Twingo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
