1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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 Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
