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Renault Twingo

General information

ModelRenault Twingo
Year1993
CategoryMinicars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1148 ccm (70.05 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1148 ccm (70.05 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque93.00 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 72.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.0 seconds
0-60 miles13.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0736 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)
Cargo space168 litres (44 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight815 kg (1,796.8 pounds)
Overall length3440 mm (135.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2350 mm (92.5 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)
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