2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Brilliance | Renault |
| Model | BS4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
