2008 Renault Twingo vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Twingo | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
