1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 Renault Twingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
