2007 Renault Twingo vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Twingo weights approximately 313 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Twingo | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
