1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2001 Renault Twingo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Twingo (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Twingo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Twingo (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2001 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
