1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Twingo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
