1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Twingo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo. 1993 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 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 |
