2006 Renault Twingo vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 35 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, 1993 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Twingo | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
