1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Twingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Tempra | Twingo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |