1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
