2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 816 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo. 1993 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1257 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
