2006 Renault Twingo vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | 20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
