1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino 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 1966 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Dino | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
